Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. India has one of the longest navigable inland water networks in the world. 2. Inland waterways presently help in transporting about 25 percent of the total cargo movement. 3. About 111 inland waterways have been declared as National Waterways under the National Waterways Act, 2016. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- A. 1, 2 and 3
- B. 1 and 2 only
- C. 3 only
- D. 1 and 3 only ✓
Correct Answer: D. 1 and 3 only
Explanation
India has a vast network of navigable inland waterways, and 111 have been declared National Waterways. However, inland waterways currently transport far less than 25% of total cargo (around 2%).
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